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				<h1 CLASS=prepskillsorangetitle>Prep for the future</h1>
				
				<P class=prepskillsbody>PREPSKILLS® is the premier preparation
				provider in Canada for students seeking admission to
				private/independent school as well as U.S. colleges. We work to help
				give students the tools needed to successfully navigate admissions
				tests. Our courses are tailored to meet the individual needs of
				students, maximizing their strengths and improving areas of learning
				where they may be less proficient. <BR />
				<BR />
				In addition to preparing students for admission tests PREPSKILLS®
				offers unique individual courses through our PREPESSENTIALS program.
				These courses enhance essential skills and empower students with
				tools they will utilize well beyond their academic years. <BR />
				<BR />
				PREPSKILLS® strives to impart a sense of leadership and a love of
				learning in all students and in everything we do. These qualities
				provide students with an unquantifiable edge in the competitive
				world of academia. It also helps to bring them ever closer to
				achieving their dreams. <BR />
				<BR />
				We are diligent at PREPSKILLS® in ensuring that all materials we use
				are up-to-date and consistent with concurrent examination standards.
				And our staff is comprised of fully qualified teachers enthusiastic
				to see students improve and ultimately realize their academic
				objectives.</P>
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				<h1 CLASS=prepskillsorangetitle>FROM THE PRESIDENT</h1>
				<P class="prepskillsbody"><img style="float: right;"
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					alt="Joanna" />
				<P class=prepskillsbody>Hello and thank you for your interest in
				PREPSKILLS<sup>®</sup>, Canada's premier SSAT and SAT preparation
				provider. Our goal is to provide students with the skills they need
				to navigate and excel on standard exams. We work with a range of
				students from top scholars to athletes to artists and humanitarians,
				so no matter what a student's academic objectives, PREPSKILLS<sup>®</sup>
				can help find the right fit to achieve them. &nbsp;</p>

				<P class=prepskillsbody>At PREPSKILLS<sup>®</sup> we strive to
				maximize the scoring potential of each and every student. While
				doing so, we also believe in imparting leadership skills and a love
				of life-long learning, qualities that serve students long after
				they've moved on from their academic careers. &nbsp; &nbsp;</p>

				<P class=prepskillsbody>Our steadfast research team ensures that
				all materials employed by PREPSKILLS<sup>®</sup> are up-to-date and
				consistent with concurrent examination standards and our teachers
				are trained in SSAT and SAT-specific teaching techniques. What's
				more, we are the only Canadian company dedicated to providing
				student athletes with the tools required to satisfy the requirements
				of the NCAA Clearing House.</p>

				<P class=prepskillsbody>Through our many years of dedicated
				service we have built relationships with a variety of educational
				and affiliate partners in both in Canada and the United States. And
				we are proud to have launched the academic careers of thousands of
				students across North America. So whether a student's goal is entry
				to an esteemed private school in Canada or the halls of an Ivy
				League stalwart, PREPSKILLS<sup>®</sup> has the tools and training
				to get them there. &nbsp; &nbsp;</p>

				<p class=prepskillsbody>We look forward to discussing what
				PREPSKILLS<sup>®</sup> can do for you.</p>

				<P class=prepskillsbody>Joanna Severino, B.Comm., B.Ed.</p>
				<P class=prepskillsbody>Founder &amp; President of PREPSKILLS</p>

				<p class="prepskillsgreentitle">1) What inspired you to create
				PREPSKILLS?</p>
				<P class=prepskillsbody>As a teacher, I worked hard to create an
				environment for students to excel in achieving important milestones
				in education. I also felt that it was important to help parents and
				families make critical decisions about the options in education.
				Education is more than academics. It's a way to grow the essential
				skills that cultivate an individual's emotional intelligence. For
				many Canadian families, applying to private schools and US colleges
				can be daunting. Prepskills helps navigate this process by giving
				families the tools, resources and connections, to help their
				children reach their potential... for the future. &nbsp;</p>


				<p class=prepskillsgreentitle>2) How has your own education
				influenced PREPSKILLS?</p>
				<P class=prepskillsbody>Education is really about
				resourcefulness. When you're resourceful, things happen and
				opportunities are created. I believe that success is created when
				preparation meets opportunity. As a certified teacher and passionate
				mom-preneur, I'm constantly looking for ways to ensure that students
				connect with these opportunities and get the valuable information
				they need to make informed decisions about education.</p>


				<p class=prepskillsgreentitle>3) What do you do to foster your
				own love of life-long learning?</p>
				<P class=prepskillsbody>I spend a lot of time around my own
				kids! They inspire me to think and act bigger. Believe bigger, grow
				bigger, wonder bigger, and create bigger. I invest in building
				relationships in every area of my life. I enjoy being motivated.
				Inspirational reading and strategic growth workshops are two ways I
				achieve this. Some of my favourite authors include: Malcolm
				Gladwell, Rhonda Byrne, Jack Canfield, Deepak Chopra, Stephen
				Convey, Wayne Dyer, Napoleon Hill and more!</p>

				<p class=prepskillsgreentitle>4) What is your proudest
				achievement regarding PREPSKILLS?</p>

				<P class=prepskillsbody>Every spring, I have the incredible
				pleasure of hearing back from our families. They share the wonderful
				news of their child's acceptance to a private independent school or
				US College. I'm most proud of giving families a roadmap, a sense of
				confidence in their child's future, and most importantly, peace of
				mind. &nbsp;</p>

				<p class=prepskillsgreentitle>5) How does PREPSKILLS give back
				to the community?</p>
				<P class=prepskillsbody>At the age of 28, I was diagnosed with
				Hodgkin's Lymphoma. I learned one of life's most important lessons,
				"Be your own advocate." Through chemotherapy, stem cell transplant
				and recovery, I had to be. Being positive and determined were the
				key factors in navigating through my journey with cancer. I am
				honored to have the opportunity to support Childhood Cancer Canada
				through the PREPSKILLS "Wings of Hope" initiative.</p>

				<P class=prepskillsbody>Each year we receive student submission
				of inspirational words and image, to create a printed collection
				that celebrates the beauty of life. Proceeds from the sale of Wings
				of Hope books support educational scholarships for kids with cancer.
				For more information, visit <a href="www.wingsofhope.ca">www.wingsofhope.ca</a></P>


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				<h1 CLASS=prepskillsorangetitle>MISSION HISTORY</h1>

				<p class=prepskillsgreentitle>Our Mission:</p>
				<P class=prepskillsbody>The PREPSKILLS<sup>®</sup> mission is to
				provide advanced preparation ensuring our students have endless
				opportunities. We do this by providing the highest quality
				preparatory learning experiences that serve to maximize individual
				potential, impart skills for leadership and inspire lessons in
				life-long learning.</p>

				<p class=prepskillsgreentitle>Proudly Canadian:</p>
				<P class=prepskillsbody>We are a Canadian company that truly
				understands the Canadian curriculum. All of our SSAT/SAT prep
				proprietary materials are specifically designed with this in mind.
				The other test preparation books and materials in the market place
				are developed using the American curriculum. The SSAT and SAT are
				standardized <b>American</b> tests and as such there are some
				distinct transitional differences in the math and language areas
				that we address.</p>

				<p class=prepskillsgreentitle>Educational Leadership:</p>
				<P class=prepskillsbody>PREPSKILLS<sup>®</sup> inspires students
				to reach their full potential, and assists their parents in guiding
				them on their educational journey. PREPSKILLS<sup>®</sup> is the
				Canadian leader in the provision of admission preparation services
				for students in Grades K to 12 seeking entrance to private and
				independent schools and American Universities. Founder & President,
				Joanna Severino, B. Comm., B. Ed., is an experienced and dedicated
				teacher who is passionate about helping children attain skills for
				educational, personal and spiritual development through Knowledge -
				Choice - Success<sup>TM</sup>. PREPSKILLS<sup>®</sup> offers
				students and families an inspirational and nurturing learning
				experience focused on skills for change; lessons in life-long
				learning and leadership development; and the enhancement of personal
				and professional aspirations. PREPSKILLS<sup>®</sup> is in the
				business of inspiring students to reach their full potential, and
				assisting their parents in guiding them on their educational
				journey.</p>

				<p class=prepskillsgreentitle>Peace of Mind:</p>
				<P class=prepskillsbody>Our teachers and qualified instructors
				are specifically selected for their compatibility with the
				PREPSKILLS<sup>®</sup> philosophy, strategies, methodologies and
				curriculum. All attend our own preparatory seminars and workshops.
				Our teachers help students make the critical connection between
				understanding content on one hand, and understanding the use of that
				content in a test-taking environment on the other.</p>

				<p class=prepskillsgreentitle>Our Parental Partners:</p>
				<P class=prepskillsbody>We actively encourage parental
				involvement in our work. Further, we see our role as providing
				parents with assistance in navigating the complexity of the private
				school and university admission requirements. Parents should become
				familiar with the private school application processes and undertake
				to apply for both school admission and applicable testing
				approximately a year prior to the commencement of the entry school
				year. For students interested in applying to American Universities,
				the research process should begin as early as possible, and students
				should undertake to prepare and write the standardized tests ( PSAT,
				SAT, SAT subject tests or ACT) in Grade 10 or 11.</p>


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				<h1 CLASS=prepskillsorangetitle>TESTIMONIALS</h1>
				<p class=prepskillsbody>Congratulations to all our PREPSKILLS
				alumni who have transitioned to private schools including... top
				scholars at UTS, Havergal, St. Clement's School, Upper Canada
				College, Crescent, The Bishop Strachan School, Branksome, St.
				Michael's College, Royal St. George's College, De La Salle College,
				Toronto French School, Country Day School, St. Andrew's College,
				Appleby College, St. George's College (Vancouver), Lower Canada
				College (Montreal), Ashbury College (Ottawa), Andover, Phillips
				Exeter Academy, Lawrenceville, and more. Our US college students
				have been successfully admitted to US Colleges such as Harvard,
				Brown, Princeton, Yale, NYU, U Penn, Cornell, Clarkson, MIT, Boston
				College, UC Berkeley, Michigan, Chapman, Colgate, St. George's
				Medicine and more! A number of our alumni have also been admitted to
				UK universities including Cambridge, University College of London,
				and University of Edinburgh.</p>

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				<h1 CLASS=prepskillsorangetitle>EXPERIENCE THE PREPSKILLS
				ADVANTAGE!</h1>
				<P class=prepskillsbody><a
					href="http://prepskills.com/main/mission-history">PERSONALIZED
				SERVICE:</a>
				<ul>
					<li class=prepskillsbody>PREPSKILLS<sup>®</sup> is the
					Canadian industry leader in <a
						href="http://www.prepskills.com/ssat">SSAT</a> and <a
						href="http://www.prepskills.com/sat">SAT</a> preparation, and
					skills enhancement programs.</li>

					<li class=prepskillsbody>Our strong client <a
						href="http://www.prepskills.com/ssat/#testimonials">testimonials
					and references</a> demonstrate a history of success, knowledge,
					leadership and integrity in the educational industry.</li>
					<li class=prepskillsbody>We are committed to helping our
					students attain their admission goals by providing the highest
					quality preparatory experience and offering support to families
					seeking advice from admission experts and educational consultants.</li>
					<li class=prepskillsbody>We have well-built community and
					school relationships.</li>
					<li class=prepskillsbody>Our company focus is beyond
					traditional "we teach it all" type tutoring services and
					specializes in offering skills-based enhancement learning.</li>
					<li class=prepskillsbody>We recognize that our continued
					success is based on <a
						href="http://www.prepskills.com/sat/#testimonials">referrals
					from satisfied clients</a>.</li>
					<li class=prepskillsbody>For nearly a decade, we have helped
					thousands of families successfully meet their admission and
					academic goals.</li>
				</ul>
				<a href="http://prepskills.com/main/index.php#featured-teachers">OUR
				TEACHERS:</a>
				<ul>

					<li class=prepskillsbody>Certified/Trained Educators +
					Test/Skills Experts = Success. Our unique personal formula ensures
					that our top-notch educators not only have the key academic
					credentials, but can adequately deliver the curriculum to
					elementary and high school students.&nbsp; That's peace of mind for
					students and parents!</li>
					<li class=prepskillsbody>At PREPSKILLS<sup>®</sup>, our
					certified teachers and skilled instructors are hand-picked
					enthusiastic leaders who translate the preparatory experience into
					higher scores while also enriching student skills potential through
					motivational teaching and learning.</li>
					<li class=prepskillsbody>Our teachers instill a passion for
					learning, enrich lives and serve as role models for their students.</li>
					<li class=prepskillsbody>Our extensive, exclusive PREPSKILLS<sup>®</sup>
					teacher training includes standardized testing, motivational,
					leadership workshops and content delivery criteria for high quality
					assurance.</li>

				</ul>
				<a
					href="http://www.prepskills.com/ssat/ssat-course-private-school-admission-preparation">OUR
				MATERIALS:</a>
				<ul>

					<li class=prepskillsbody>We devised our own exclusive, unique
					proprietary <a
						href="http://prepskills.com/main/computest-diagnostic">COMPUTEST</a><sup>TM</sup>
					which parallels the SSAT or SAT examinations and provides
					comprehensive reporting.</li>
					<li class=prepskillsbody>Test questions are updated using the
					information provided by official test writers, former clients and
					curriculum developers.</li>
					<li class=prepskillsbody>Comprehensive materials
					include:&nbsp; course book, flashcards, practice tests, handouts,
					quizzes, homework and our PREPKIT<sup>TM</sup></li>
					<li class=prepskillsbody>Materials have been developed by
					educators, test prep experts and leaders of SSAT and SAT
					standardized testing and skills learning.</li>
					<li class=prepskillsbody>Full length tests from previous
					administrations are available.</li>

				</ul>
				<a href="http://www.prepskills.com/ssat/private-tutoring">FLEXIBILITY:</a>
				<ul>
					<li class=prepskillsbody>We offer <a
						href="http://www.prepskills.com/sat/sat-course-american-universitycollege-admission-preparation">small
					group classroom</a> instruction.</li>
					<li class=prepskillsbody>We offer <a
						href="http://prepskills.com/main/locations">various locations</a>.</li>
					<li class=prepskillsbody>We offer <a
						href="http://www.prepskills.com/sat/private-tutoring">one-on-one
					in home</a> instruction.</li>

					<li class=prepskillsbody>We offer one-on-one real time
					instruction over the Internet with our <a
						href="http://www.prepskills.com/ssat/online-webclass-eprepskills">EPREPSKILLS</a><sup>TM</sup>
					model.</li>
					<li class=prepskillsbody>We offer <a
						href="http://prepskills.com/main/seminars">school/organizations
					and athletic association</a> SSAT and SAT programs at discounted rates.</li>
					<li class=prepskillsbody>We offer customized <a
						href="http://prepskills.com/main/our-program-schedule">programs/schedules</a>
					to meet your needs.</li>
					<li class=prepskillsbody>We offer business opportunities for
					individuals or companies interested in our PREPSKILLS<sup>®</sup>
					platform.</li>

				</ul>
				<a href="http://prepskills.com/main/fees-policies">PRICE:</a>

				<P class=prepskillsbody>Do you want the <em><strong>BEST</strong></em>
				school for your child or the <em>CHEAPEST</em> school?<br />
				Accordingly, do you want the <em><strong>BEST</strong>
				preparation - PREPSKILLS</em><sup>®</sup> - for your child, or the <em>CHEAPEST</em>
				preparation?</p>

				<P class=prepskillsbody>Our program cost is based on maintaining
				the highest quality standards of excellence in education.&nbsp; We
				are committed to ensuring that ALL students have the opportunity to
				take our PREPSKILLS<sup>®</sup> programs.&nbsp;&nbsp; Please call
				the PREPSKILLS<sup>®</sup> office and speak to us directly should
				cost be a barrier or concern.</p>
				<br />

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				<h1 CLASS=prepskillsorangetitle>PREPSKILLS FEATURED TEACHERS</h1>
				<p class="prepskillsbody">
				<h2 class="title">Josipa P., PhD, MSc(Res), MSc, BJ</h2>

				<P class=prepskillsbody><img
					src="/GeneralWeb/staticContent/images/teachers/Josipa.jpg" alt=""
					width="87" height="100" align="right" /><strong>Josipa P.</strong>,
				PhD, MSc(Res), MSc, BJ<br />
				<em>University of London<br />
				University of Edinburgh<br />
				London School of Economics and Political Science<br />
				Carleton University</em></p>

				<P class=prepskillsbody>Josipa is a post-doctoral fellow at the
				University College London in Great Britain. She has studied at
				British and Canadian universities and has completed degrees in
				political science, journalism, political theory, sociology of
				scientific knowledge, and the history and philosophy of mathematics.
				Josipa has taught political theory, philosophy of science, history
				of science and philosophy of language at the University of Edinburgh
				and University College London.</p>

				<p class=prepskillsbody>Josipa's doctoral research relates to
				the history of calculus in 19th-century Britain in which she
				explores the social nature of mathematical theories in vector
				analysis in mid-Victorian Britain. Josipa also researches the
				gendered nature of politics, both internationally and federally. She
				has carried out research exploring the gendered nature of the United
				Nations Mission in Kosovo, and she is currently involved in
				researching the gendered nature of Canadian political parties from
				1865 to 2010. She will be a visiting scholar at the University of
				Cambridge and University of Pennsylvania in the 2010-2011 academic
				year.</p>
				<p class=prepskillsbody>Josipa has been with PREPSKILLS<sup>®</sup>
				since 2007. She teaches the annual PREPSKILLS<sup>®</sup> U.S.
				Admissions Workshop seminar for students aiming to learn more about
				American admissions procedures. She is also a curriculum writer and
				has co-authored the PREPEssentials<sup>TM</sup> program for young
				learners.</p>



				<h2 class="title">Steven W., PhD Candidate, BA</h2>


				<P class=prepskillsbody><strong><img
					src="/GeneralWeb/staticContent/images/teachers/StevenW.jpg" alt=""
					width="87" height="100" align="right" />Steven W.</strong>, PhD Candidate,
				BA<br />
				<em>University of Pennsylvania<br />
				John Hopkins School of Medicine</em></p>

				<P class=prepskillsbody><span lang="EN-CA">Originally
				from West Toronto, Steven Wang has completed his undergrad at
				University of Pennsylvania with a major in Biochemistry and
				Biology.&nbsp; He is beginning his Ph.D in Molecular Biology at the
				John Hopkins School of Medicine. Steven has also successfully
				written the SAT - scoring 780 in Math, 730 in Reading Comprehension
				and 700 in the Verbal component. As well as, three subject tests-
				Biology 800, Math 2- 800 and Chemistry 750. Steven's knowledge,
				experience and dedication make him both an effective and
				inspirational teacher.</span></p>


				<h2 class="title">Mark C., PhD Candidate, MA, B.Ed, BA</h2>

				<P class=prepskillsbody><strong><img
					src="/GeneralWeb/staticContent/images/teachers/MarkCelinscak1.jpg"
					alt="" width="87" height="100" align="right" />Mark C.</strong>, PhD
				Candidate, MA, B.Ed, BA<br />
				<em>Northwestern University<br />
				Brock University<br />
				University of Toronto<br />
				Laurentian university</em></p>
				<P class=prepskillsbody>Mark has been with PREPSKILLS<sup>®</sup>
				since 2005. As an Ontario certified teacher, Mark holds a B.A. from
				Laurentian University, an M.A. from the University of Toronto and a
				B.Ed. from Brock University. He is currently completing a Ph.D. at
				York University. Mark has an extensive and diverse teaching
				background. He served as a visiting English language lecturer at
				Konkuk University in South Korea. He has worked in adult education
				and has offered undergraduate tutorials, as well as lectured at the
				university level. He continues to teach in the primary, junior and
				intermediate divisions with the Peel District School Board.</p>
				<p class=prepskillsbody>Mark strives to capture the attention of
				his students creatively, helping them to develop their abilities and
				to find solutions to life's challenges. He now teaches the
				PREPSKILLS<sup>®</sup> SSAT program online, privately and in
				classroom settings. Mark believes the PREPSKILLS<sup>®</sup> program
				provides students with the strategies necessary to succeed in
				private school admissions tests, and it provides them with the
				essential skills required to thrive both inside and outside of the
				classroom.</p>
				</p>


				<h2 class="title">Suzanne M. Abu-Nadar, MSc, BEd, HBSc</h2>

				<P class=prepskillsbody><strong><img
					src="/GeneralWeb/staticContent/images/teachers/SuzanneM.jpg" alt=""
					width="87" height="100" align="right" />Suzanne M. Abu-Nadar</strong>, MSc,
				BEd, HBSc<br />
				<em>University of Toronto<br />
				</em><em>York University<br />
				</em><em>Ryerson University </em></p>
				<P class=prepskillsbody>Suzanne has a Master of Science in
				chemistry from the University of Toronto, a Bachelor of Education
				from York university and an Honour's Bachelor of Science degree from
				Ryerson university.&nbsp; Before becoming a qualified teacher, <strong>Suzanne
				taught at the University of Toronto</strong>, and at Higher College of
				Technology in the Sultanate of Oman.&nbsp; She also worked in
				research, at the Ontario Science Centre and as a water treatment
				specialist for the United Nations in Sierra Leone.&nbsp; After
				graduating teacher's college, she immediately began work as a <strong>chemistry
				and science teacher at the University of Toronto Schools</strong>.&nbsp; She
				also currently reviews and advises for Nelson textbooks.&nbsp;
				Suzanne's passion for education continues to inspire and motive our
				students here at Prepskills.</p>

				<h2 class="title">Taylor D., MA, BA</h2>


				<P class=prepskillsbody><strong><img
					src="http://www.prepskills.com/images/teachers/TaylorDalrymple.jpg"
					alt="" width="87" height="100" align="right" />Taylor D.</strong>, MA, BA<br />
				<em>Florida Atlantic University<br />
				University of Toronto</em></p>
				<P class=prepskillsbody>Born in California, and raised in south
				Florida, Taylor has attended both high school and university in the
				United States. Having received his Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and
				Criminal Justice from Florida Atlantic University (2006), Taylor
				moved to Toronto in 2007 to complete his M.A. in Sociology at the
				University of Toronto.</p>

				<h2 class="title">Arran T., MEd, BEd, BA</h2>

				<P class=prepskillsbody><strong><img
					src="/GeneralWeb/staticContent/images/teachers/ArranTyre.jpg"
					alt="" width="87" height="100" align="right" />Arran T.</strong>, MEd, BEd,
				BA<br />
				<em>University of Guelph <br />
				University of Western Ontario<br />
				Ontario Institute for Studies in Education</em></p>
				<P class=prepskillsbody>Arran graduated with distinction from
				the University of Guelph with an Honours Bachelor of Arts in
				Psychology, followed by a Bachelor of Education from the University
				of Western Ontario. After graduation, Arran travelled and worked as
				a teacher in the United Kingdom, before returning to Canada to
				continue her career in education and training.&nbsp; Currently Arran
				works as an Academic Advisor, where she provides guidance and
				support to university students. She is also working towards her
				Master of Education degree at the Ontario Institute for Studies in
				Education. She has been working with PREPSKILLS since 2007.&nbsp;
				The best part of teaching the PrepSkills program is the change you
				see in students over the course of the sessions. The amount of
				improvement in their knowledge, skills and confidence is amazing,
				and a great thing to be a part of!</p>


				<h2 class="title">Rohan W., BPE, BEd, BSc</h2>

				<P class=prepskillsbody><strong><img
					src="/GeneralWeb/staticContent/images/teachers/RohanWilliamson.jpg"
					alt="" width="87" height="100" align="right" />Rohan W.</strong>, BPE, BEd,
				BSc<br />
				<em>University of Toronto<br />
				University of Windsor</em></p>

				<P class=prepskillsbody>Rohan holds a Bachelor of Education from
				the University of Windsor and a Bachelor of Education and Health
				from the University of Toronto. Rohan has years of experience as an
				elementary and high school teacher in Windsor, Ontario. He is now
				completing a B.Sc. in Mathematics and Computer Science at the
				University of Toronto, while also teaching the PREPSKILLS<sup>®</sup>
				SAT, SSAT and PREPEssentials<sup>TM</sup> programs.</p>

				<p class=prepskillsbody>Rohan is a motivated and caring teacher
				who possesses the talent and skills needed to quickly master
				technology and effectively deliver the PREPSKILLS<sup>®</sup>
				preparation course curriculum online and in-person. Rohan now
				teaches the online PREPSKILLS<sup>®</sup> SAT preparation course to
				students across Canada and North America.</p>


				<h2 class="title">Alastair M., JD, BComm</h2>

				<P class=prepskillsbody><strong><img
					src="/GeneralWeb/staticContent/images/teachers/AlastairMacdonald1.jpg"
					alt="" width="87" height="100" align="right" />Alastair M.</strong>, JD,
				BComm<br />
				<em>Saint Mary's University<br />
				Osgoode Hall Law School</em></p>

				<P class=prepskillsbody>Prior to graduating magna cum laude from
				Saint Mary's University in Halifax, Alastair was a member of the
				Canadian Forces Primary Reserve, where he instructed basic and
				advanced military policing courses.&nbsp; Alastair then moved to
				Toronto to continue his education at Osgoode Hall Law School and he
				has been teaching PREPSKILLS<sup>®</sup> SAT preparation courses
				since 2006. "It is always exciting when I hear back from former
				students with the reply email address belonging to a school that
				they wanted to get into." &nbsp;</p>

				<h2 class="title">Tony K., BEd, BSc</h2>

				<P class=prepskillsbody><strong><img
					src="/GeneralWeb/staticContent/images/teachers/TonyK.jpg" alt=""
					width="87" height="100" align="right" />Tony K.</strong>, BEd, BSc<br />
				<em>Wilfrid Laurier University<br />
				Nipissing University</em></p>

				<P class=prepskillsbody>After receiving his Bachelor of Science
				degree from Wilfrid Laurier University, Tony became certified as a
				Kinesiologist with the Ontario Kinesiology Association. Tony worked
				as a Kinesiologist in Toronto for four years prior to returning to
				school at Nipissing University where he successfully completed the
				Bachelor of Education program. Since that time Tony has been working
				for the York Region District School Board, and currently he is
				employed as a Science Teacher at Aurora High School.</p>

				<P class=prepskillsbody>Tony has been teaching the SAT and SSAT
				courses with PREPSKILLS since 2008. His experience with individual
				and group sessions has resulted in positive test results from his
				students of various age groups.</P>


				<h2 class="title">Ryan Smith, BEd, HBSc</h2>

				<P class=prepskillsbody><strong><img
					src="/GeneralWeb/staticContent/images/teachers/RyanSmith.jpg"
					alt="" width="87" height="100" align="right" />Ryan Smith</strong>, BEd,
				HBSc<br />
				<em>Brock University</em></p>
				<P class=prepskillsbody>Ryan grew up in smalltown Ontario and
				has used teaching to travel the world.&nbsp; Upon completing his
				honors bachelor degree, he traveled to South Korea to teach English
				as a Second Language.&nbsp; Following teacher's college, Ryan spent
				two years living and teaching in Scotland before returning to Canada
				to accept a position with the York Region District School Board.</p>
				<p class=prepskillsbody>Ryan has been teaching at one level or
				another since he was in his early teens and enjoys the unique
				challenge presented by PREPSKILLS.&nbsp; He has been with the
				company since 2008 and has taught the SSAT, PSAT and SAT courses,
				private tutoring assignments and several trial programs.</p>

				<h2 class="title">Karen S., BEd, HBSc</h2>

				<p class="prepskillsbody"><strong><img
					src="/GeneralWeb/staticContent/images/teachers/KarenSchmidt.jpg"
					alt="" width="87" height="100" align="right" />Karen S.</strong>, BEd, HBSc<br />
				<em>University of Western Ontario<br />
				University of Guelph</em></p>
				<p class="prepskillsbody">Karen has been teaching with
				PREPSKILLS<sup>®</sup> since 2004. She holds an Honours degree in
				Environmental Science from the University of Guelph and a teaching
				degree from the University of Western Ontario. Karen has worked as
				an outdoor educator for four years, and has focused her energy on
				teaching English as a Second Language.&nbsp; In addition to having
				taught in Australia for one year, Karen enriches her teaching
				abilities by spending her holiday time travelling around the world.</p>
				<p class="prepskillsbody">Karen brings worldly experience to her
				PREPSKILLS<sup>®</sup> classrooms through her professional delivery
				of the PREPSKILLS<sup>®</sup> SSAT preparation course.&nbsp; Karen
				enjoys teaching students to improve upon their skills in a manner
				that provides them with clear and obtainable goals, allowing
				students to more effectively focus their energies.</p>
				</p>

				<h2 class="title">Robert C., BEd, HBA</h2>

				<p class="prepskillsbody"><strong><img
					src="/GeneralWeb/staticContent/images/teachers/RobertC.jpg" alt=""
					width="87" height="100" align="right" />Robert C.</strong>, BEd, HBA<br />
				<em>York University</em></p>
				<p class="prepskillsbody">Robert C. has a (honours) Bachelor of
				Arts degree as well as a Bachelor of Education degree from York
				University. He has 11 years of experience as an elementary school
				teacher, and he has taught in all three divisions. He is currently
				an Intermediate Physical education teacher in the elementary panel.
				Robert has also taught at numerous high schools throughout varied
				summer sessions (including grades 9 and 10). Robert has also taught
				at numerous high schools throughout varied summer sessions
				(including grades 9 and 10). Robert has been affiliated with
				PREPSKILLS for multiple years (since its inception!). He takes a
				humanistic approach to teaching and he has been especially
				successful at establishing healthy and academically productive
				rapports with students and their parents. Robert believes that
				positive teacher-student relations are the key to academic success.</p>

				<h2 class="title">Fernanda R., BEd, HBA</h2>


				<p class="prepskillsbody"><strong><img
					src="/GeneralWeb/staticContent/images/teachers/FernandaR.jpg"
					alt="" width="87" height="100" align="right" />Fernanda R.</strong>, BEd,
				HBA<br />
				<em>York University<br />
				Wilfrid Laurier University<br />
				Brock University<br />
				</em><br />
				Fernanda graduated from York University with a Bachelor of Arts
				(Specialized Honours in Geography) in 2007.&nbsp; She then pursue a
				teaching career and graduated from Wilfrid Laurier University with a
				Bachelors of Education in 2009.&nbsp; Fernada completed an
				Additional Qualification in Special Education at Brock University in
				order to obtained a better understanding of the different learning
				exceptionalities in the classroom.&nbsp; Fernanda currently teach
				for the Peel District School Board.</p>


				<h2 class="title">Sandra D., BEd, BA</h2>


				<p class="prepskillsbody"><strong><img
					src="/GeneralWeb/staticContent/images/teachers/SandraDAngelo.jpg"
					alt="" width="87" height="100" align="right" />Sandra D.</strong>, BEd, BA<br />
				<em>York University<br />
				Trent University</em></p>
				<p class="prepskillsbody">Sandra has been working as a
				PREPSKILLS<sup>®</sup> teacher since 2005. With a Bachelor's degree
				in English, a Bachelor's degree in Education, as well as
				certification as a Montessori educator, Sandra brings years of
				teaching experience to the PREPSKILLS<sup>®</sup> SSAT, SAT and
				PREPEssentials<sup>TM</sup> programs.</p>

				<p class="prepskillsbody">Sandra also has years of experience in
				the corporate world and she brings her cosmopolitan knowledge to her
				classrooms, inspiring young students and teenagers to aim for
				academic success. Sandra exemplifies a variety of teaching
				methodologies and she promotes individual learning styles within her
				diverse classrooms.</p>


				<h2 class="title">Lesley H., CMRP, B.Ed, BA</h2>

				<p class="prepskillsbody"><strong><img
					style="float: right;"
					src="/GeneralWeb/staticContent/images/teachers/LesleyHaibach.jpg"
					alt="" width="87" height="100" align="right" />Lesley H.</strong>, CMRP,
				B.Ed, BA<br />
				<em>Brock University<br />
				Ryerson University</em></p>
				<p class="prepskillsbody">Lesley has a Bachelor's degree from
				Ryerson University School of Business and graduated from Brock
				University with a Bachelor of Education in 1991, specializing in
				Junior/Intermediate education.&nbsp;&nbsp; Over the years, Lesley
				has worked for the Halton District School Board and has been
				involved in adult education through corporate training and teaching
				opportunities. Lesley has been working with Prepskills since 2009
				and thrives on watching her students succeed through the Prepskills
				process.</p>


				<h2 class="title">Ryan M., B.Ed, BA</h2>

				<p class="prepskillsbody"><strong><img
					src="/GeneralWeb/staticContent/images/teachers/RyanM.jpg" alt=""
					width="87" height="100" align="right" />Ryan M.</strong>, B.Ed, BA<br />
				<em>Acadia University<br />
				Lakehead University</em></p>
				<p class="prepskillsbody">Ryan M. has been with Prepskills 2008.
				He attended Acadia University where he completed a Bachelor of
				Kinesiology and was captain of the Men's Varsity Basketball Team. He
				then completed his Bachelor of Education (Junior/Intermediate) at
				Lakehead University in 2006. After Univeristy he accepted a
				professional basketball contract in England where he also taught
				high school Science, History and Physical Education for 3 years
				while playing. Ryan is now a qualified Junior/Intermediate/Senior
				Science and Physical Educator.</p>




				</div>


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				<h1 CLASS=prepskillsorangetitle>MEDIA HIGHLIGHTS</h1>
				<P class=prepskillsbody><a
					href="http://www.prepskills.com/media/College-Ranking-Tables.pdf">College
				Ranking Tables: How do You Know Which College is the Best for you?</a>
				</h2>
				<p class="prepskillsbody"><a
					href="http://www.canadianstudentmagazine.com" target="_blank"><strong>Canadian
				Student Magazine</strong></a><br />
				Fall/Winter 2010 - Issue 5</p>
				<p class="prepskillsbody">Various private organizations within
				the United States and globally generate annual or periodic college
				ranking tables.&nbsp; Those tables are supposed to provide readers
				with a list of the best and worst universities and colleges in the
				U.S.</p>
				<p class="prepskillsbody">In theory, a prospective student
				should be able to consult such ranking tables in order to decide
				which schools offer the best education in a particular area of
				study.</p>
				<p class="prepskillsbody">Unfortunately, things are not so
				simple.&nbsp; Each organization uses a range of diverse statistical
				measures to generate its respective tables, some of which may
				produce rankings that are entirely irrelevant to a student's
				academic interests... <a
					href="http://www.prepskills.com/media/College-Ranking-Tables.pdf">Full
				Article</a></p>

				<h2 class="title block-title pngfix"><a
					href="http://www.prepskills.com/media/score-choice-canadian-student-mag.pdf">Score
				Choice: How many times should you write your SAT?</a></h2>
				<p class="prepskillsbody"><a
					href="http://www.canadianstudentmagazine.com" target="_blank"><strong>Canadian
				Student Magazine</strong></a><br />
				Spring/Summer 2010 - Issue 4</p>
				<p class="prepskillsbody">Just over a year ago, the College
				Board introduced Score Choice - much to the delight of students
				worldwide, many of whom believed it had just made applying to
				American universities and colleges a lot easier.</p>
				<p class="prepskillsbody">Score Choice is a policy that relates
				to the SAT Reasoning Test-a test that students must write to gain
				admission to 80% of American colleges. In the past, the College
				Board (the non-profit organization that administers and runs the
				SAT) has stipulated that if a student writes the SAT repeatedly, all
				of her scores would necessarily be sent to colleges as part her
				admissions application. With the introduction of Score Choice just
				over a year ago, the situation has changed dramatically... <a
					href="http://www.prepskills.com/media/score-choice-canadian-student-mag.pdf">Full
				Article</a></p>

				<h2 class="title block-title pngfix"><a
					href="http://www.prepskills.com/media/cpac.pdf">Private School
				Admission in Ontario - the Disturbing Realities of "Getting in"</a></h2>
				<p class="prepskillsbody"><a
					href="http://www.chineseprofessionals.ca" target="_blank"><strong>Chinese
				Professionals Association of Canada</strong></a><br />
				September 24, 2008</p>
				<p class="prepskillsbody">The Chinese Professionals Association
				of Canada represent and assist professionals of Chinese descent in
				gaining recognition, cultural integration, career advancement, and
				civic engagement in Canadian society through quality service and
				advocacy.</p>
				<p class="prepskillsbody">Each year, CPAC hosts an Education Day
				to assist families by providing information and choices for a
				quality education and a better future.</p>
				<p class="prepskillsbody">PREPSKILLS is proud to support CPAC in
				providing skills leadership programs and test-taking skills (SSAT or
				SAT) for students.&nbsp; PREPSKILLS provides engaging seminars for
				families navigating the private school and US college admissions
				process. <a href="http://www.prepskills.com/media/cpac.pdf">Full
				Article</a></p>

				<h2 class="title block-title pngfix"><a
					href="http://www.prepskills.com/media/gotmykids.pdf">Navigating
				the Private School Admission Process</a></h2>
				<p class="prepskillsbody"><a href="http://www.gotmykids.com"
					target="_blank"><strong>Got My Kids</strong></a><br />
				April 8, 2008</p>
				<p class="prepskillsbody">According to the report "Ontario's
				Private Schools: Who Chooses Them and Why?", published by The Fraser
				Institute, an independent Canadian research</p>
				<p class="prepskillsbody">organization, parents are choosing
				private schools because they feel the public system isn't meeting
				the needs of their children. While enrolment in Ontario's publicly
				funded schools has not even doubled over the last four decades,
				attendance at private schools has more than quadrupled. Demand for
				placements in private schools continues to rise, and the competition
				has become intense... <a
					href="http://www.prepskills.com/media/gotmykids.pdf">Full
				Article</a></p>

				<h2 class="title block-title pngfix"><a
					href="http://prepskills.com/media/pmhf.pdf">Write for Life
				Oncology Book Program Inspires Young Writers</a></h2>
				<p class="prepskillsbody"><strong><a
					href="http://www.pmhf-uhn.ca" target="_blank">The Princess
				Margaret Hospital Foundation</a></strong><br />
				December 10, 2007</p>
				<p class="prepskillsbody">Joanna Severino, a cancer survivor and
				former PMH patient, believes in taking part in changing suffering
				into opportunity and started "Wings of Hope", an annual oncology
				book contest at PREPSKILLS, to help inspire others to celebrate each
				day's blessings.</p>
				<p class="prepskillsbody">The "Wings of Hope" book contains
				student written poems, essays and images celebrating the beauty of
				life. This book contest is open to all students who enter their
				written submission online and artwork mailed in by March 31, 2008.
				The book is distributed to major hospitals such as Princess Margaret
				Hospital... <a href="http://prepskills.com/media/pmhf.pdf">Full
				Article</a></p>

				<h2 class="title block-title pngfix"><a
					href="http://www.prepskills.com/media/article5.pdf">Essay
				contest</a></h2>
				<p class="prepskillsbody"><a
					href="http://www.oct.ca/publications/professionally_speaking"
					target="_blank"><strong>Professionally Speaking</strong></a><br />
				September 2005 Issue</p>
				<p class="prepskillsbody">Katija Bonin, Caryn Ceolin and Maria
				Anillo gained top ranking in the 2005 PREP WRITE<sup>TM</sup> Essay
				Contest, winning $250 each with an equal donation awarded to their
				participating schools.</p>
				<p class="prepskillsbody">Elementary and secondary students
				across the GTA drew on personal experiences, current events, history
				and literature to reflect on the statement, "Your attitude almost
				always determines your altitude in life."</p>
				<p class="prepskillsbody">One winner and two honourable mentions
				were selected in each grade category... <a
					href="http://www.prepskills.com/media/article5.pdf">Full
				Article</a></p>

				<h2 class="title block-title pngfix"><a
					href="http://www.prepskills.com/media/article4.pdf">Entrance
				Exam Preparation</a></h2>
				<p class="prepskillsbody"><a href="http://www.prepskills.com"><strong>PREPSKILLS
				INC.</strong></a><br />
				Thursday, February 10, 2005</p>
				<p class="prepskillsbody">PREPSKILLS Inc. fills a niche by
				providing preparation for the Secondary School Admission Test (SSAT)
				and other entrance exams. It's mission is to translate preparation
				into opportunity.</p>
				<p class="prepskillsbody">The focus of PREPSKILLS® is to offer
				preparation venues for the SSAT and other admission tests that would
				provide a comprehensive, unique Canadian learning experience,
				encompassing both the classroom setting and technological resources.
				PREPSKILLS® is the only program in the world that offers such a
				unique and comprehensive skills-based experience. It was for these
				reasons that PREPSKILLS Inc. was founded - wanting to establish a
				tool to facilitate this difficult and important process for parents
				and students... <a
					href="http://www.prepskills.com/media/article4.pdf">Full
				Article</a></p>

				<h2 class="title block-title pngfix"><a
					href="http://www.prepskills.com/media/article2.pdf">Getting
				ready for the admission</a></h2>
				<p class="prepskillsbody"><a href="http://www.womenspost.ca"
					target="_blank"><strong>The Women's Post</strong></a><br />
				December 2004 Issue</p>
				<p class="prepskillsbody">As parents begin to think about
				placing their children in independent or private schools for the
				2005 academic year, one of the most frightening pieces of the puzzle
				is the admission process.</p>
				<p class="prepskillsbody">It is not as easy as it appears. As a
				matter of fact, the whole prospect has become mind-boggling.</p>
				<p class="prepskillsbody">A few words of advice for those
				wishing to embark on this journey.</p>
				<p class="prepskillsbody">Give yourself at least a year. That?s
				the advice given by admissions directors to parents hoping to enroll
				their child in a private school. It?s ideal to start making
				inquiries a year before the September... <a
					href="http://www.prepskills.com/media/article2.pdf">Full
				Article</a></p>


				<h2 class="title block-title pngfix"><a
					href="http://www.prepskills.com/media/article3.pdf">Put your
				child's best foot forward</a></h2>
				<p class="prepskillsbody"><a
					href="http://www.theglobeandmail.com/" target="_blank"><strong>Globe
				and Mail</strong></a><br />
				Monday, Oct 18, 2004</p>
				<p class="prepskillsbody">So you've found a private school where
				little Caitlin or Evan will thrive. Now, how do you make sure they
				get in?</p>
				<p class="prepskillsbody">Every year, parents are disappointed
				when their children are turned away because classes are already full
				or the student did not meet entrance requirements. That's why
				educators recommend applying to several schools, ranking them in
				order of preference.</p>
				<p class="prepskillsbody">"It's tough, because there are a lot
				of applications and the spots are few," said director of PrepSkills
				Inc., a company that prepares students for entrance exams required
				for admission to many private schools... <a
					href="http://www.prepskills.com/media/article3.pdf">Full
				Article</a></p>

				<h2 class="title block-title pngfix"><a
					href="http://www.prepskills.com/media/article1.pdf">PREPSKILLS®
				helps students prepare for entrance exams</a></h2>
				<p class="prepskillsbody"><a
					href="http://www.burlingtonpost.com" target="_blank"><strong>Oakville
				Beaver</strong></a><br />
				September 2004</p>
				<p class="prepskillsbody">For those of you that are considering
				sending your children to private school you may want to invest in
				some preparation time. There are professionals out there that can
				help your children understand what they have to do to get into their
				desired school, and ensure the best results possible.</p>
				<p class="prepskillsbody">PREPSKILLS® was introduced for those
				who want and need that extra edge to get into the school they wish
				to attend. Unlike others, we are not a tutoring service; we teach
				strategies and impart knowledge on how to master the admissions
				test, allowing students to demonstrate their full potential, says
				Director of PREPSKILLS INC.... <a
					href="http://www.prepskills.com/media/article1.pdf">Full
				Article</a></p>

				<h2 class="title block-title pngfix"><a
					href="http://www.prepskills.com/media/nationalpost.pdf">Taking
				them private</a></h2>
				<p class="prepskillsbody"><a href="http://www.nationalpost.com"
					target="_blank"><strong>National Post</strong></a><br />
				November 23, 2002</p>
				<p class="prepskillsbody">It's a Wall Street scandal to which
				thousands of Canadian parents can relate: Former Salomon Smith
				Barney telecom analyst Jack Grubman agreed to change his rating on
				AT&amp;T stock in exchange for a little help getting his twins into
				a prestigious Manhattan day school.</p>
				<p class="prepskillsbody">As parents get set to battle for next
				year's spots -- some are paying hundreds of dollars just for the
				privilege of applying -- it's obvious that private schools are no
				longer the pampered scions of the elite... <a
					href="http://www.prepskills.com/media/nationalpost.pdf">Full
				Article</a></p>

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				<h1 CLASS=prepskillsorangetitle>WINGS OF HOPE</h1>
				<p class="prepskillsgreentitle">What is "Wings of Hope?"</p>
				<p class="prepskillsbody">"Wings of Hope" is published by
				PREPSKILLS. It is a collection of inspiring words and images in
				support of the Childhood Cancer Canada. This collection will be
				distributed to the Princess Margaret Hospital, the Hospital for Sick
				Children and select Clinics, Charities, Hospices and Doctors
				Offices.</p>
				<p class="prepskillsgreentitle">Who can submit?</p>
				<p class="prepskillsbody">We encourage anyone to inspire others
				with your words of wisdom, consciousness to new ideas, blessings of
				hope, revelations of an illuminating journey, recollections that
				replenish the spirit, or rejoicing stories of courage and triumph.
				An inspiring artistic submission will also be chosen for the book
				cover. Wings of Hope<sup>TM</sup> is designed to help each of us
				connect to a deeper and greater understanding and appreciation of
				life and the potential that it offers. Life is a gift, and the best
				way to honour that gift is to, like a butterfly, simply take wing
				and fly.</p>
				<p class="prepskillsgreentitle">PRIZES:</p>
				<ul>
					<li class=prepskillsbody>Along with an acknowledgement in the
					"Wings of Hope" book,</li>
					<li class=prepskillsbody>The student who submits the most
					inspiring selection will receive $100.00.</li>
					<li class=prepskillsbody>The student who submits an artistic
					selection chosen for the book cover receives $100.00</li>
					<li class=prepskillsbody>The school with the most submissions
					will receive a plaque.</li>
				</ul>
				<p class=prepskillsbody>Please click on the logo to learn more.</p>
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				<h1 CLASS=prepskillsorangetitle>FAQs: PREPSKILLS</h1>
				<p class="prepskillsgreentitle">What is PREPSKILLS®?</p>
				<P class=prepskillsbody>The PREPSKILLS® mission is to provide
				advanced preparation for students to be able to have endless
				opportunities. At PREPSKILLS®, we provide the highest quality of
				preparatory learning experiences that serve to help maximize
				individual potential, impart skills for leadership and inspire
				lessons in life long learning.</p>

				<P class=prepskillsgreentitle>How can PREPSKILLS® help my child?</P>
				<P class=prepskillsbody>THE BEST WAY TO PREPARE YOUR CHILD IS TO
				START WITH PREPSKILLS®. PREPSKILLS® prepares students for the
				admission test, focusing on test-taking strategies, essay writing,
				and skill building exercises in math and language. We offer a unique
				and challenging program in which we strive to develop not only
				test-taking skills but also to build each child's self esteem and
				confidence, thus enabling the child to reach his or her full
				potential. The program is designed to help students entering
				private/independent schools or American universities. Essay writing
				enrichment programs are designed for academic enhancement.</p>

				<P class=prepskillsgreentitle>Why choose PREPSKILLS® over other
				commercial products and tutoring services?</P>
				<P class=prepskillsbody>PREPSKILLS® goes beyond getting the
				high-test mark. We aid not only the students but also their families
				with the entire admission process. We give students the tools and
				resources to build their confidence in their own academic skills. We
				teach content, instead of teaching test-taking skills. Knowing
				geometry or vocabulary words isn't good enough for most admission
				tests; you have to know how to apply the knowledge. Our Certified
				Teachers for SSAT programs and Expert Instructors for SAT will help
				students make the critical connection between the material learned
				and how to apply it on the test.</p>

				<P class=prepskillsgreentitle>How long are the courses?</P>
				<P class=prepskillsbody>Program length varies. Please contact
				the PREPSKILLS® office for details.</p>

				<P class=prepskillsgreentitle>What materials and support will my
				child receive?</P>
				<P class=prepskillsbody>Students receive the full compliment of
				test preparation material. Materials include a course book, exercise
				books, practice tests, flashcards containing the most frequently
				used words on admission tests, and the COMPUTEST<sup>TM</sup>
				diagnostic. Students have access to on-line math and language
				resources. In addition, parents will receive progress reports after
				the diagnostic test and the PREPSKILLS®-simulation test. Upon
				completion of the course, PREPSKILLS® offers a simulated test;
				administered under "real test" conditions. The students find this
				experience to be the highlight of the course as strategies learned
				are reinforced and test-taking fears dispelled. Unique to
				PREPSKILLS® is a résumé and interview skills seminar for our SSAT
				students or University Admission information seminar for SAT
				students. Being a Canadian company we understand the Canadian
				requirements. Our SSAT/SAT prep proprietary materials are specially
				developed using the Canadian curriculum.</p>

				<P class=prepskillsgreentitle>Will my child be assigned
				homework?</P>
				<P class=prepskillsbody>Homework is designed to reinforce the
				content while improving the students' application of strategies.
				Repeated practice is the key to success in order to reap the
				benefits of the course. PREPSKILLS® is primarily a training program,
				not a course of study. It is strongly advised that students complete
				all homework assignments prior to the next lesson. The commitment of
				both parent and student is essential. Remember, you only get out
				what you put in. What are class sizes? The pupil-teacher ratio is a
				maximum of 6 students per class for our SSAT program and up to 12
				students for our SAT program. This allows our teachers to provide
				individualized attention and tailor the curriculum to the student's
				needs. Private tutoring is also available. Upon request, one of our
				Program Directors will be happy to provide more details. What are
				the teacher qualifications? Our teachers are hand picked and Ontario
				certified. They are dedicated and understand the needs of the
				students they teach. All teachers must attend PREPSKILLS® seminars
				and workshops. They are well versed in the PREPSKILLS® philosophy,
				curriculum, methodology and strategies.</p>

				<P class=prepskillsgreentitle>What is the COMPUTEST<sup>TM</sup>?</P>
				<P class=prepskillsbody>The COMPUTEST<sup>TM</sup> is exclusive
				to and developed by PREPSKILLS®. Upon registration, a login ID is
				provided and the test completed online. The purpose of the
				diagnostic is to help identify student strengths and weaknesses.
				Parents are provided with a detailed report. Teachers use the
				diagnostic to devise a course of study that will maximize the
				child's scoring potential. When do classes run? Please call
				416-200-7728 or refer to our SCHEDULE on the website for times,
				dates and locations. What else do we offer? PREPSKILLS® not only
				provides test preparation skills, but is also dedicated to ensuring
				that both parents and students feel comfortable with the admission
				process. We are renowned for our personal service and are happy to
				assist you through this journey. Parent Information seminars are
				offered at no additional charge.</p>

				<P class=prepskillsgreentitle>How do I register my child for
				PREPSKILLS®?</P>
				<P class=prepskillsbody>Parents can register their child using
				our online Registration. One of our Program Directors will be in
				contact with you immediately upon receiving the registration form.</p>

				<P class=prepskillsgreentitle>How can Parents help?</P>
				<P class=prepskillsbody>PREPSKILLS® welcomes the opportunity of
				working cooperatively with parents. Communication is vital! We
				encourage parents to monitor their child's homework and progress.
				Feel free to communicate with your child's teacher about any
				concerns. Together with you, PREPSKILLS® is committed to helping
				your child reach his or her goal!</p>
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